Kings County Distillery

Kings County Distillery is a distiller located in Brooklyn, New York. Established in 2010, it is one of the oldest operating whiskey distilleries in New York City. The distillery is known for its commitment to traditional distilling methods and its focus on producing small-batch, handcrafted whiskeys.

Kings County Distillery takes pride in using locally sourced ingredients, including New York State organic corn and malted barley. They distill their whiskeys in traditional copper pot stills and age them in charred oak barrels. The distillery produces a range of whiskey styles, including bourbon, moonshine, and rye whiskey. Their whiskeys have gained recognition for their smoothness, complexity, and unique flavor profiles.

One interesting fact about Kings County Distillery is that it operates out of the historic Paymaster Building in the Brooklyn Navy Yard, which dates back to the 1890s. The distillery offers tours and tastings, allowing visitors to learn about the whiskey-making process and sample their award-winning spirits.